Cold Stone Creamery

1501 Se 17 St Ste F, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show six inspections at Cold Stone Creamery stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Sep 26, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

That's lower than the typical Fort Lauderdale restaurant, which scores around 80. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
70
Sep 11, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: No proof of required state approved employee training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Jul 12, 2024
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid during inspection, confirmation number: 236052028. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 72° F, manager turned on dipper well. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
82
May 8, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. 1) Observed no soap at hand wash sink next to front counter entrance in kitchen. Operator provided. 2) Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at front counter. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance in ice machine in kitchen. **Warning**
22-20-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cold Stone Creamery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cold Stone Creamery on file is from Sep 26, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Cold Stone Creamery compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Cold Stone Creamery most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Cold Stone Creamery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cold Stone Creamery have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cold Stone Creamery means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Cold Stone Creamery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cold Stone Creamery is inspected around two times per year on average.